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R657 DTW

1997 Isuzu Trooper Duty LWB

Blue Diesel 3059cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires26 Sep 2007
Tests4 (2 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate50%

Mileage

196,975 mi
Last recorded196,975 miles
Recorded on26 Sep 2006
Typical for 1997 Isuzu Trooper Duty LWB120,297 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationR657 DTW
MakeIsuzu
ModelTrooper Duty LWB
Year1997
ColourBlue
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine3,059cc

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MOT History

2 pass 2 fail
Pass 26 Sep 2006 196,975 miles
Fail 25 Sep 2006 196,975 miles

Emissions not tested (7.0)

Rear Exhaust has a part missing (7.1.1a)

Nearside Front constant velocity joint gaiter deteriorated (2.5.C.1a)

Offside Front constant velocity joint gaiter deteriorated (2.5.C.1a)

Pass 27 Sep 2005 191,682 miles

brake pipes at rear in poor condition

Fail 27 Sep 2005 191,682 miles

Offside Side repeater not working (1.4.A.2c)

brake pipes at rear in poor condition

How Reliable is the Isuzu Trooper Duty LWB?

Based on 801 MOT tests across 175 vehicles.

68.0%
Pass Rate
6,569
Miles/Year
30
Year Lifespan
175
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Brake pipe excessively corroded 123
constant velocity joint gaiter split 49
position lamp(s) not working 34
Registration plate lamp not working 23
Stop lamp not working 23
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R657 DTW is a 1997 Isuzu Trooper Duty LWB in Blue with a 3,059cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 4 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 50%.

Across all 1997 Isuzu Trooper Duty LWB models, the average MOT pass rate is 68.2% with a typical mileage of 120,297 miles. This particular vehicle has a lower pass rate than the average for its year, which may indicate maintenance issues worth investigating.

The most common reason a Isuzu Trooper Duty LWB fails its MOT is brake pipe excessively corroded, accounting for 123 recorded failures. If you're considering buying R657 DTW, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Isuzu Trooper Duty LWB typically stays on UK roads for around 30 years. At 29 years old, this Isuzu Trooper Duty LWB is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

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What year was R657 DTW registered?

R657 DTW is a 1997 Isuzu Trooper Duty LWB, first registered on 4 December 1997.

Is R657 DTW safe to buy?

The MOT history for R657 DTW shows 4 tests with a 50% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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